PSG kick off their Ligue 1 campaign away at Rennes on Sunday at Roazhon Park.
The reigning champions arrive after mixed early results. PSG began August on a high by winning the UEFA Super Cup, beating Aston Villa 2–1, but their momentum stalled with a 1–0 loss to RC Lens in the Trophée des Champions. Over their last five games the team has recorded two wins, two draws and one defeat, leaving manager Luis Enrique keen to find more consistency in domestic play.
PSG team newsEnrique starts the title defence with a deep and mostly fit squad, though he must adapt tactically because of an early suspension in defence.
Left-back Nuno Mendes is sidelined after receiving a red card in the Trophée des Champions, so new signing Lucas Digne is expected to step in.
Captain Marquinhos returns to the starting lineup to lead the defence alongside Willian Pacho.
In midfield João Neves has completed his return to full training after being rested and is fully available for selection.
Up front there is a slight uncertainty: Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye could be absent while transfer talks with Liverpool continue. Aside from those contract matters, Enrique can rely on an otherwise very healthy squad.
PSG predicted lineupPossible PSG starting XI: Safonov; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Digne; Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Fernandez; Doue, Dembele, Kvaratskhelia
When will the match kick off?The match will kick off at 7:45pm BST on Sunday, 23rd August.
How to watch Rennes vs PSG?In the UK, the Rennes vs PSG match is available to stream live via the Ligue 1+ service and Amazon PPV.
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